Tech & Data
Technology is accelerating, the organisation needs to keep up
The organisation digitises at pace. Data and technology are at the core of the business model. At the same time, risks, dependencies and regulation increase. You want to stay agile, remain compliant and keep control of the IT landscape.
From innovation to control: technology affects everything
Cloud, AI, platforms and data create opportunities, but also complexity. Contracts become more critical, regulatory scrutiny intensifies and dependencies increase. Questions around data use, cybersecurity, compliance, including privacy and AI regulation, and liability all come together.
That calls for a clear overview and strategic decisions that hold up, today and tomorrow.
We bring structure, speed and results to your IT challenges
Our specialised team combines tech contracting, regulatory and litigation in one integrated approach. As your project lawyer, we take responsibility for the legal side of your IT project, from strategy and contracting to implementation.
We work with you, ask the right questions and negotiate sharply. We make sure solutions work in practice. We do this internationally as well, through our network of specialised IT firms.
We ensure your digital propositions comply with applicable tech and regulatory requirements, while keeping your business case intact. And if a dispute arises, we resolve it. In court if needed.
Our expertise
- Tech contracting, drafting and negotiating IT and outsourcing agreements, including cloud sourcing, outsourcing, agile contracts, licensing and user terms
- Tech and data regulatory, including data protection, AI regulation, cybersecurity, digital consumer regulation and supervision
- Tech litigation and dispute resolution, including matters involving regulators such as the Dutch Data Protection Authority, the Authority for Consumers and Markets, the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets and the Dutch Media Authority
Who we work for
We work for national and international organisations, from scale-ups to corporates, particularly in sectors where technology and data are business-critical, such as financial services, healthcare, retail, government and platform businesses.
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Robert Boekhorst
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Michael Reker
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Quinten Salari
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Fenneke Hopstaken
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Chambers: Client testimonials
- “Van Benthem & Keulen is very knowledgeable within the IT field. Matters are addressed from a legal perspective as well as a practical and technological perspective.”
- “Van Benthem & Keulen stands out for its strong market understanding and practical approach. We truly appreciate the team's dedication.”
- “The lawyers at Van Benthem & Keulen clearly know what they are talking about and always have our business goals at the top of their mind while providing legal support.”
- “Van Benthem & Keulen has excellent knowledge of the IT industry and provides great partnership in negotiations.”
- “Van Benthem & Keulen continues to impress me by providing the type of advice I am looking for: crisp, to the point and on time. I would highly recommend this law firm.”
Recent cases Tech & Data
- Supporting a tender process, including drafting and negotiating a SaaS agreement for a Dutch insurer to replace its core insurance platform
- Supporting the legal and contractual aspects relating to the implementation of an AI safety system in the logistics sector
- Supporting the drafting and negotiation of a SOC/SIEM agreement for a Dutch multinational covering 34 countries
- Supporting the drafting and negotiation of an international system development agreement for traffic control systems
Legal500: Client testimonials
- “The team's availability, presence and active involvement in various legal matters is profound and stand out. The team is sharp yet professional and polite.”
- “Robert Boekhorst is a strong leader in both negotiations as well in guiding companies which direction they should be heading. His drafting skills and memory are extraordinary.”
- “Michael Reker can translate complex IT queries and challenges into easy-to-understand items, which helps companies taking the right decisions in a timely manner.”
- “They are highly skilled in ICT law on an academic level but even more so as a constructive solution-driven advisory practice.”
- “Van Benthem & Keulen’s IT practice combines deep sector expertise with a practical, solutions-driven approach.”
- “What makes the team stand out is the ability to translate complex technology and data protection issues into clear, actionable legal advice that business stakeholders can immediately work with.”
- “I have worked with Robert Boekhorst for quite some time now. He stands out for his responsiveness, clarity of advice, and commercial awareness.”
- “What I have valued most is the combination of availability, transparency, and deep knowledge of both the legal, technical and strategic aspects of IT matters.”
- “Very practical hands-on approach”
Publications Tech & Data
An agreement for the provision of IT infrastructure entails an obligation to provide an adequate backup and security system, even if this has not been agreed between the parties
Brexit and the transfer of personal data